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While not specifically a Halloween themed picture book, it occasionally makes its way onto those lists anyway with its themes of dark and light, and has become my favorite seasonal picture book over the years. The illustrations are sublime, and pulling it off the shelves once a year as the days start to get shorter is always a moving experience. #scarathlon #skeletoncrew @Emilymdxn

This book would be an ideal bedtime story. The black and white illustrations with the use of only one color brought warmth and focus to the home and the other nighttime symbols.

“A home full of light“

Published in 2008, receiving the Caldecott award. This story is very simplistic, and it uses minimal words to describe the feelings and things that the author associates with being at home. Creating a warm and comforting sense using glowing pictures.

Rereading this is one of my yearly fall traditions. I couldn‘t find my copy this year, so I may have to get another. #Scarathlon2022 #TeamMonsterMash @StayCurious #BookspinBingo @TheAromaofBooks #Spookoween2022 @TheSpineView #31by31 @Catsandbooks #PointsAThon @dieareader @GHABI4ROSES #OutstandingOctober @andrew65

One of the first hits on my search for ‘Halloween children‘s books‘ was this gem that I already own. I‘ve never thought of it as Halloween-y or scary before, so it was really cool to read it in that light this year.

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“ in that hose burns a light. In that light rests a bed.“

The illustrator here chooses to use no colors in her book. She uses the dark tones to convey the night time feeling.

The house in the Night by Susan Marie Swanson and Beth Krommes was the 2009 Caldecott winner. This book is one of those comforting books to read before bed to a child. They use of no colors sets the scene of nighttime and creates a calming tone. I am not a personal fan of absolutely no color in books but I think it's also done really well here.

“and on the bed, waits a book“

I like the colors used throughout the book. Even though it's mostly shades of grey, the yellow lights, moon, and stars stick out really well. It makes sense and sets the mood since it's a story that takes place at night.

I like this cute little bedtime story for children. If it was being read in school, the teacher might be able to read it before nap time to soothe the kids.

“A home full of light.”

I think this book could have had so much more detailed words with its wonderful illustrations.

I liked this book, but it wasn‘t my favorite. I liked how the pictures were black and white with a hint of yellow, but the words of the story were just very simple.

I love seeing this boy engaged in books. 😊 I'm not sure Iike the haircut... only because it makes him look 9 instead of 3. Not ready for the little boy to become a big boy. 😭

“A home full of light.”

The highlight of yellow really brings in the aspect of the light that the book addresses in the beginning.

A very relaxing story that almost sounds like a lullaby. I can‘t help but think of Goodnight Moon when I hear this story.

“On the moon‘s face shines the sun.”

The illustrations are so beautiful and I love the relaxing tone to the story. Definitely a good one to read before bedtime.

The illustrations are beautifully done in black, white, and gold. The language is simple and relaxing, like for a bedtime story. The plot is engaging for young children and keeps them turning the page.

“In the house burns a light.”

I really like the black and white pictures with little bits of yellow in it.

The House in the Night is about things inside of a house. This is good for younger children and has simple text.

“Through the dark glows the moon.”

I love the use of black and white on the pages with the extra hints of yellow and orange. They are very calming colors and illustrations.

This bedtime story is a great way for children to understand and feel the presence of nighttime and falling asleep. It creates a magical mood that helps children feel comfort and curiosity.

“ a home full of light.”

The illustrations in this book are unusual in the sense that everything is black and white except for rays and splashes of yellow scattered in the book. It‘s simple yet beautiful.

This book was published in 2008 by Houghton Mifflin Company. The words in the book are simple yet poetic. It takes place outside of the house and narrows in on a book and what the book is about and then expands back out to the whole house.

A cute story about a book in a house lit up at night with a story book. The art was quite interesting but there wasn't much to the actual plot.
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Here is the key to the house

Cute night time story for all ages ⭐️
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The House in the Night is based off of a nursery rhyme involving how everything is connected to a key, a home, and the light. The line and color used in this TL book is so beautiful, it won a Caldecott. This book would make a beautiful, short RA, as well as a S, SR, GR, or PR for younger grades. #UCFLAE3414SP18

Currently working on a #Library Project- before today, all award winners were mixed into the genres and it would take a while to track down a list and its books for a teacher. NOW it is not so! Yesterday I finished Newbery, today is For Caldecott & changing it in the system 😳👍🏻✅ This Book holds special significance to me because it was the year my dad passed away suddenly, and even as a 16 year old finding comfort in it. “A Home full of Light”

I‘m always happy when one of our boys chooses this #bedtimebook. The illustrations are so gorgeous. That tiny Starry Night makes my heart flutter. 🤩 #caldecottmedal #raisingreaders

I just love this book, especially the illustrations. 😍 The 3 year old chose this for bedtime tonight. #caldecottwinner #raisingreaders

Another gorgeous picture book... I'm not sure if I'm buying these for me or for Pippa!!

A few more award winners on hand; Caldecott Medal winners and Honors. The illustrations in The House in the Night are stunning! #awardwinning #toddleredition #raisingreaders

New book for my toddler! Really simple language, lush illustrations. I'm a fan!

Love the use of color to focus attention on certain elements. This was the Caldecott winner the year my daughter was born.